Water instruction tests Condensate Preparation Container and Drying Heating Element: Key Components for Sterile Process Systems The condensate preparation container plays a vital role in pharmaceutical applications, especially in test setups that involve clean steam condensate for water for injection (WFI) testing procedures.
This container is manufactured from high-grade stainless steel 1.4404 (AISI 316L), ensuring corrosion resistance, hygiene, and durability. It is designed specifically for use in GMP-compliant environments, including pharmaceutical manufacturing and sterile lab processes.
Water instruction tests Condensate Preparation Container and Drying Heating Element
- Material: Stainless steel 1.4404 (pharma-grade)
- Design Feature: Integrated stainless steel coil for heat exchange
- Purpose: Processing of test water derived from clean steam condensate for WFI simulation tests
- Condensate Volume Capacity: Approx. 4.49 liters
- Sealing Material: EPDM, compatible with pharma and steam applications
- Dimensions: Diameter 280 mm, Height 399 mm
Connection Interfaces
- Steam Inlets and Cooling Water Connections
- Condensate Outlets with Level Sensor Integration
- Triclover (TC) connection—50.5 mm (sanitary standard)
- Temperature Sensor Ports
This container supports precise condensate analysis, ensuring water quality meets stringent pharmacopoeia standards.
Tubing Heating Element—Optimized for Filter Drying After WFI Testing
The tubing heating element is engineered for drying filters post water instruction tests. Constructed from stainless steel 1.4404, it meets the rigorous demands of sterile air systems and pharmaceutical filter maintenance. This unit is particularly effective in drying mini and standard filter setups in environments that use clean compressed air or sterile gas streams.
- Material: Stainless steel 1.4404
- Connection Type: Triclover (TC 1.5″) for quick, hygienic installation
- Outlets: Side-mounted for efficient air or steam flow
- Surface Finish: Ra 1.5 μm (pharma-polished for sanitary use)
Heating Technology:
- Self-regulating PTC (Positive Temperature Coefficient) heating elements
- Ensures safe and energy-efficient temperature control without risk of overheating
Technical Specifications:
- Power Supply: 230V
- Protection Class: IP65 (dust-tight and water-resistant)
- Heat Output: 200 W at 6 Nm³/h air flow
- Sterilization Capability: Suitable for cleaning steam sterilization at 134°C
- Max Temperature (No Flow): 160 ± 10.0°C
Recommended Drying Temperatures by Filter Type
- 5” Mini Filter System: 70–75°C
- 5” Standard Filter System: 70–75°C
- 10” Standard Filter System: 65–70°C
This drying element ensures filters are free of residual moisture, maintaining filter integrity and air quality across sterilized environments.
Conclusion
Both the condensate preparation container and the drying heating element are critical components in cleanroom and pharmaceutical processing, especially during validation and testing of clean steam and WFI systems. Their stainless steel construction, compliance with sanitary standards, and technical precision make them ideal for use in regulated environments where purity, consistency, and thermal control are essential.